It’s easy to see why California is a blessed state in the union. Sunshine, coastline, mountains, valleys – it’s gorgeous. And then there’s the food and wine. If California is the state that just keeps on giving to travellers and locals, then the rolling hills, vineyards, and valleys of Sonoma County are the sweet cherries on a fantastic Cali sundae. …
When I say ‘Anaheim,’ what comes to mind? Probably Disney, right? Well, the oldest city in Orange County (founded in 1857), has much more to offer the family traveller than the House of Mouse. From unique activities and artisanal food, to some of the best craft beer in the world, here are seven fun and active …
This travelling girl from north of the 49th parallel has a crush on the American South. The pull of a warm climate, genteel manners, copious glasses of sweet tea and loads of deep-fried goodness tempt me in ways that I can’t logically explain. How fortunate then, that my travels brought me to the affordable, tourist epicenter of Myrtle Beach, …
The wonderful thing about travel is how certain destinations can surprise and delight you. It could be a single attraction, the food, a sunset, the people, one individual, or like Boise, Idaho, it could be the sum of its parts. Add some dashes of ubiquitous friendliness and courtesy, and you’ve got the makings of a true, …
Why doesn’t every hotel check-in include a complimentary glass of champagne? This question pops into my mind as I enjoy a sip of nose-tickling bubbly upon arrival at the Sandpearl Resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida. It is really the most civilized of welcomes. What harried parent wouldn’t appreciate such a gift when she’s finally arrived at her …
Whether you’re looking for an active family holiday or a sedate, relaxed vacation, Maui offers much more than just amazing sunsets and white sand beaches. The Valley Isle is one of Hawaii’s most popular Islands, and is a perfect multigenerational family travel destination. Family members of all ages can participate and enjoy a wide variety of activities, both on land and …
As my father reminded me recently, there is only one Hawaii. The allure and beauty of the Islands are unique unto themselves, and we’ve been lucky to have travelled to four of the Hawaiian Islands many times over the years. We’ve celebrated honeymoons, birthdays and anniversaries in Hawaii – it holds a special place in our …
When you think “kid destinations,” Chicago, Illinois, might not be the first place to come to mind. But we think you’d be very pleasantly surprised at what a great place it is for a family vacation. There are plenty of kid-friendly museums, shops, parks, restaurants and events, plus great views to be had (and you can …
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We’re very pleased to have Lora Shinn of the Washington-based Cascadia Kids travel blog introduce us to the Seattle Museum of Flight. With more than 150 aircraft, The Seattle Museum of Flight is one of the largest air and space museums in the world. Located on Boeing Field, not far from where real planes are built in Renton, Washington, the …
Las Vegas for families? Well, when planning a family vacation, Vegas may not leap to mind. Although the Las Vegas strip has plenty of exciting things for families to see and do, there are many equally interesting places to visit outside of town. From the Hoover Dam to the Neon Museum to the genuine ghost town of Rhyolite, …
Claudia
I’m Claudia, an adventurous mom who loves to explore the world and travel with my family. This site shares modern-mom-tested family travel sanity tips, destination advice, and inspiration to stay ever curious and create lifelong travel memories.
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